VP of Pre-Construction/ Chief Estimator
About The Position
Our client is a $90M commercial construction company in Watkinsville, Georgia, seeking a VP of Pre-Construction to lead the entire pre-construction function and build the systems and team to support its next stage of growth. This is a senior leadership position that combines setting strategy for how the company prices, pursues, and wins work with hands-on involvement in major bids. The role oversees estimating, budgeting, scheduling, and bid strategy; leads a team of five estimators; and reviews and approves large and complex bids, GMPs, and cost models. The VP partners with operations, project executives, and company leadership to support smooth project handoffs, while helping business development with client presentations and pre-award strategy. The position is onsite in Watkinsville, GA. Local and Georgia-based candidates are highly preferred, and relocation assistance is available for the right candidate. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship. C2C arrangements and third-party submissions are not considered.
Requirements
- 10+ years of construction experience, including heavy civil.
- Proven leadership of an estimating or pre-construction team.
- Strong command of bidding strategy, risk analysis, and margin management.
- Authorization to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with HCSS HeavyBid and Hagtec.
- Local or Georgia-based candidates are highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the full pre-construction function, including estimating, budgeting, scheduling, and bid strategy.
- Lead and mentor a team of five estimators, from senior to junior.
- Review and approve large and complex bids, GMPs, and cost models.
- Develop pricing strategy and drive go/no-go decisions on pursuits.
- Partner with operations, project executives, and leadership to support smooth project handoffs.
- Analyze risk, constructability, and value-engineering opportunities.
- Standardize estimating processes, templates, and controls.
- Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and key partners.
- Support business development with client presentations and pre-award strategy.
Benefits
- Generous benefits package.
- Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.
- Bonus potential of up to 30%.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
No Education Listed
